Belgium continued its perfect run through the Round of 16 of the FIVB Men's World Championship, now set to take on Italy in a rematch from pool play.
Belgium punched its ticket to the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship with a straight-sets win over Finland, 25-21, 25-17, 25-21, on Sunday, September 21, at the Mall of Asia Arena.
It was Belgium’s fourth consecutive victory, continuing its perfect run in the tournament.
Ferre Reggers and team captain Sam Deroo powered the charge, tallying 19 points apiece to carry the team past the Finns.
The win set up a highly-anticipated rematch against defending champion Italy in the quarterfinals.
Belgium memorably stunned the Italians in pool play with a five-set thriller, and will now look to repeat the feat with a semifinal berth on the line.
Finland, meanwhile, saw its spirited campaign end in the Round of 16.
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